Mumbai Travel Guide: Best Time, Costs & Tips

November to February is the most comfortable. June to September brings very heavy rain and occasional flooding.

Best time
January, February, November, December
Also okay
March, September, October
Trip style
City & heritage
Daily budget (per person)
₹2,200+ backpacker · ₹4,100–₹8,400 mid-range

Month-by-month weather guide for Mumbai

JanBest FebBest MarOkay AprNot ideal MayNot ideal JunNot ideal JulNot ideal AugNot ideal SepOkay OctOkay NovBest DecBest

Festivals and events

  • September: Ganesh Chaturthi (Aug/Sep)

Festival dates often follow the lunar calendar and change every year. Confirm before booking.

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Nearby destinations

  • Goa about 510 km by road
  • Hampi about 700 km by road
  • Rajasthan about 1,150 km by road